Recycled Content, Program Associate

Scientific Certification Systems (SCS) is a reputable third-party certification and assessment body headquartered in Emeryville, California, USA. SCS is committed to providing third-party environmental, sustainability and food quality certification, auditing, testing and standards development.

SCS' programs and services recognize the outstanding achievements of companies, institutions and organizations which are meeting the highest levels of performance in environmental protection, social responsibility, product safety and quality and stimulate continuous improvement on the path toward sustainability. In this undertaking, we employ a life-cycle framework, state-of-the-art science, proven analytical methods and performance metrics and professional expertise. To find out more about SCS, please visit our website.

Position Overview: 

The Recycled Content Program Associate works with clients who want to make an environmental claim on manufactured products, with a primary emphasis on recycled content.  The Program Associate will be responsible for working with clients in a variety of ways:  Auditing manufacturing processes and supply chains, writing summary reports of those findings, providing technical assistance on certification standards and programmatic requirements.  The position offers a wide range of learning opportunities including ISO training and cross training with other SCS programs, as well as the opportunity for travel. 

Responsibilities:

• Performance of certification audits, both on-site and desk reviews.
• Manage work flow
• Adhere to SCS quality policies and procedures
• Maintain appropriate level of professional expertise to perform job
• Perform audits based on standards and SCS procedures
• Write high quality review audit reports
• Peer review audit reports
• Attend all meetings relevant to performing work
• Represent SCS externally when deemed appropriate

Qualifications:

• Minimum B.S. or B.A. degree in a quantitative field, with a strong preference for Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or Industrial Ecology. Preference will be given to a Masters Degree or significant relevant work experience.
• Complete fluency in English and experience that involves professional written communication.
• Superlative organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize numerous tasks effectively
• Solid experience with computers, including programs such as Outlook, Word, Excel, FileMaker, and database management.
• An abiding interest in sustainability, quality, and standards.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills.
• Initiative, good judgment, and ability to work independently under pressure in a changing environment.
• Must be willing to work regular business hours, 5 days per week in our Emeryville office.

Compensation: DOE. SCS offers a competitive benefits package including vacation, health, dental, profit sharing, performance bonuses, and 401(k).

To Apply: 

Please submit a resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, a description of how your skills and experience fit the needs and mission of our company on our on-line form.

SCS is an equal opportunity employer and as such, considers individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We value diversity and are a company that values employees of many backgrounds. Accordingly, SCS does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions) national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, physical disability, mental disability, family care status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law. Further, SCS prohibits the harassment of any individual on any of the bases listed above.  This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.